Environmental Analyst V - Water Infrastructure Project Developer - Limited Service

State of Vermont • Calais, VT

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About The Position

The Water Infrastructure Finance Program, part of the Department of Environmental Conservation's (DEC) Water Investment Division, is seeking a highly organized individual with an environmental protection, public health or municipal finance background, strong people skills, and interest in helping communities improve drinking water supplies and improve and protect Vermont's surface waters, to serve as a Project Developer for the State Revolving Loan Funds (SRF).

The Drinking Water and Clean Water SRFs are our largest water funding programs and are an essential funding source for Vermont communities working to ensure safe drinking water and pollution-free surface and groundwater. We fund engineering services and construction for municipalities and some private entities to improve compliance with the Safe Drinking Water Act and Clean Water Act.

Water Infrastructure Project Developers work with a dedicated team of environmental planners, analysts, engineers, and financial specialists to help communities fund their projects while meeting federal and state requirements. The Water Infrastructure Finance Program works closely with the Design and Construction Engineering Program to administer the SRF programs in the Water Investment Division (WID). The selected candidate will work within WID and with other DEC Divisions, and sometimes with other funding agencies, to provide efficient service to applicants. Given the dynamic nature of our work, the selected candidate may work on clean water or drinking water projects or other areas in support of the goals of the overall Vermont SRF program.

Project Developers educate communities on funding options, process loan applications, participate in initiatives to improve program efficiency, and track project information to report to the US Environmental Protection Agency.

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in a biological-life or physical science, engineering, a social science, data science, or an environmental or natural resources field AND one (1) or more years of experience in a natural resources field.
• Bachelor's degree in a biological-life or physical science, engineering, a social science, data science, or an environmental or natural resources field AND two (2) or more years of experience in a natural resources field.
• Five (5) years or more of experience in an engineering, environmental, social science, data science, or natural resources field.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Fund loan programs.
• Background in municipal finance, project development, or environmental or public health regulation relevant to water infrastructure.
• Experience contributing to strong team dynamics and clear communication.
• Knowledge and application of continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong organizational and time management capabilities; adept at managing diverse tasks and priorities.
• Proficient in standard office software including basic use of spreadsheets and web browsers.

Responsibilities

• Review of Loan ApplicationsManage loan application review through review of submittals and coordination of review by other programs. Review loan activity to monitor loan progress. Coordinate with the WID Design and Construction Engineering section (DCE) and Drinking Water and Groundwater Protection Division (DWGPD) on project eligibility and project cost summaries.
• Provide Assistance to Loan Applicants Perform systematic contact with project representatives to facilitate loan application submittal. Provide direct outreach to potential borrowers that have been identified in need of financial assistance. Participate in public trainings provided by the Program. Communicate complex program requirements and options to a wide range of external audiences (volunteers to senior engineers and muncipal managers).
• Program AdministrationAssist in Program efforts related to application processes, website maintenance, reporting, file management and project management databases.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level